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About the Role

As we continue to expand, we are looking for a Business Development Representative with a passion for property, excellent networking skills, and the drive to open new doors in both the residential and commercial spaces throughout England and Wales. This position will support the UK business along with its overseas branches and European subsidiary.

Responsibilities

• Identifying residential and commercial title insurance opportunities and increasing Stewart’s market share and revenue
• Monitor and assist in management and development of existing client accounts
• Prospect new clients and opportunities
• Regular review of client activity sales reports segmented by product and business channel
• Support growth of Stewart residential and commercial book in the U.K.
• Increase brand recognition and represent Stewart to a very high standard
• Support the use of title insurance by residential and commercial real estate lawyers, lending institutions, borrowers, and builders/developers
• Manage day-to-day client needs, including responding to inquiries and file matters
• Provide quotes to clients on title insurance policies
• Identify regionally specific opportunities for new coverage and services
• Respond to requests from underwriting on matters pertaining to local real estate law, risk and procedure
• Assist in setting residential and commercial strategy, planning, generating new product ideas, new initiatives, and work to achieve overall established goals
• Organize and schedule client visits/contacts
• Record BD activities in Stewart’s internal CRM
• Report on BD activities on a weekly and monthly basis
• Create and manage specified sales targets and goals
• Become a subject matter expert and champion for new Stewart products
• Schedule and conduct presentations to firms outlining the value of residential and commercial title insurance
• Promote, educate, and train clients on Stewart products and new initiatives
• Liaise with internal departments to escalate BD issues (i.e., underwriting, claims, finance, support)
• Liaise with the Events and Communications departments concerning initiatives that affect residential and commercial BD, where requested
• Solicit opportunities to participate on industry-related boards, where requested
• Provide market review, analysis, and feedback
• Keep informed of industry news and on issues that affect the real estate market
• Keep informed of competitor information (e.g., pricing, coverage) and provide market intelligence updates to VP, Business Development
• Assist with internal and external training initiatives
• Support other BD reps on the team with introductions, meetings, and presentations
• Assist with out-of-region events and peer functions
• Initiate and host client functions and events
• Draft, create, and deliver industry content via technology enabled platforms
• Organize and attend Stewart client events, property events, expos, and industry networking sessions
• Attend industry trade shows and conferences, as required
• Identify media opportunities locally to promote consumer education and awareness of title insurance
• Perform other duties as required or assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; additional qualifications such as conveyancing or law are considered a strong asset. A master’s degree would be an advantage.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in business development, sales, or a similar role.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience practicing real estate law in private practice or equivalent business development experience in either title insurance, mortgage lending, insurance, or legal products.
• Background in title insurance or legal property conveyancing.
• Network of contacts within UK law firms or real estate developers.
• Familiarity with insurance products and underwriting processes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical abilities.
• Knowledge of both Residential and Commercial real estate law
• Valid and in good standing driver’s license
• Willing to travel for various amounts of time
• Ability to work from home or in the field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and scheduling skills
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities and the ability to troubleshoot
• Professional sales approach and the ability to build relationships
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite

Skills

• Business development
• Sales
• Networking
• Property passion
• Real estate law
• Title insurance
• Mortgage lending
• Insurance
• Legal products
• Communication
• Negotiation
• Presentation
• Strategic thinking
• Analytical abilities
• Microsoft Suite

Location

• England
• Wales

Work Type

• Remote
• Field

Experience Level

• 3-5 years

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Conveyancing
• Law

About the Company

• The United Kingdom operation of Stewart Title Limited, a leading provider of residential and commercial title insurance.
• One of the largest title insurers in the world.
• Stewart Title specializes in providing exceptional service, deep expertise and innovative solutions to help close real estate transactions with peace of mind.

Equal Opportunity

• Stewart Title is committed to accommodating people with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any aspect of the application process, please let us know.